Contemporary rug BACKSTITCH

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Hidden beauty BACKSTITCH turns traditional embroidery (literally!) upside-down and vindicates, in a delicate and elegant way, what is often hidden. The collection was designed by Raw-Edges and it is made by hand by GAN’s Women Unit using the embroidery and handloom techniques. BACKSTITCH turns traditional embroidery (literally!) upside-down and vindicates, in a delicate and elegant way, what is often hidden. The collection was designed by Raw-Edges and it is made by hand by GAN’s Women Unit using embroidery and a technique called kilim. Learning about embroidery – GAN’s incredible craft and strength – Raw-Edges found themselves drawn to the aesthetics on its reverse side. The ‘back stitch’ has an unintentional hidden beauty to it, that one might so easily miss. Their aim was to understand the language of this ‘random’ backstitch and develop it into their rug collection. Focusing on colour combinations, the rhythm of patterns, the thickness of the yarns, tactility and craftmanship, they also emphasise handmade work over work on the loom and the handmade embroideries. DESIGNER Raw-Edges Technique Embroidery + Kilim